Transfers & Leaks

Vinicius edges towards new Real deal after Alonso truce

Vinicius Jr (Real Madrid)
November 2025

Vinicius Jr has eased his stance in renewal talks and is now close to accepting Real Madrid’s reduced salary offer, stepping back from initial demands to match Kylian Mbappe’s pay as the club pushes to secure his long-term future before 2027. Earlier, negotiations froze amid tension with Xabi Alonso as Vinicius bristled at substitutions, clashed during El Clasico and led a small disgruntled group, but a dressing-room apology and public embrace after the 4-3 win at Olympiacos have reset relations and unlocked progress.

Boca plot ambitious Verratti swoop for 2026 Libertadores push

Marco Verratt
November 2025

Boca Juniors are exploring a shock move for Marco Verratti as they plan a star-studded squad for their 2026 Copa Libertadores return, with president Juan Roman Riquelme sounding out the Italian midfielder about leaving Al Duhail before his contract expires in 2026. After injury-hit spells in Qatar and talks with Serie A clubs, Verratti has discussed a Buenos Aires move with former PSG teammates Cavani, Herrera and Paredes. Riquelme has opened direct dialogue, even courting Verratti’s wife, as Boca target a veteran core to drive a new “Euro Boca” era.

Bayern push to keep Upamecano as free transfer giants circle

Dayot Upamecano
November 2025

Bayern sporting director Max Eberl is trying to persuade Dayot Upamecano to sign a new contract rather than leave on a free next summer, with Real Madrid, Liverpool and PSG monitoring the 27-year-old defender’s situation ahead of potential negotiations from January. Eberl says Bayern have made a strong offer but insists the decision must be about the “overall package” and not just money, calling Upamecano one of the world’s best centre-backs and describing an extension as an “internal king transfer”, while the player remains non-committal in public.

European giants circle as Stuttgart brace for bids on Angelo Stiller

Angelo Stiller (Stuttgart)
November 2025

Stuttgart playmaker Angelo Stiller is attracting serious interest from Real Madrid, Manchester United, Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund after an outstanding season, although sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth insists there have been no formal offers and says it is too early to speculate. Wohlgemuth acknowledged that Stiller’s performances and potential World Cup prospects naturally draw heavyweight attention, but stressed the midfielder remains under contract and that Stuttgart are simply enjoying his influence for now while accepting that elite clubs will keep him under close watch.

Amorim warns Mainoo and Zirkzee that United’s needs override World Cup ambitions

Ruben Amorim (Manchester United)
November 2025

Ruben Amorim has reiterated that Manchester United will prioritise the club’s needs when assessing January moves for Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee, despite both fringe players being linked with exits to gain minutes before the 2026 World Cup. Amorim said he understands their frustration and World Cup ambitions from his own playing days, but stressed that the team comes first, making clear he will only sanction departures that also help United and will otherwise keep them as depth options.

Adeyemi chooses Arsenal project over Manchester United after weapons fine sto

Karim Adeyemi
November 2025

Adeyemi is reported to favour a move to Arsenal over Manchester United, with the Dortmund forward telling intermediaries that Mikel Arteta’s project is his first choice as the Bundesliga club set a £75m valuation that already exceeds United’s planned outlay. United’s early talks with Jorge Mendes faded once Adeyemi made his preference clear, while off the pitch he publicly apologised for receiving a knuckleduster and taser in an online “mystery box,” accepting a heavy fine and calling the episode a reckless mistake he vows not to repeat.

Inter weigh January move for Aston Villa keeper Emiliano Martinez

Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa)
November 2025

Inter Milan are reportedly exploring a January deal for Emiliano Martinez as they consider upgrading in goal, with Aston Villa believed to be open to selling the Argentine if a substantial offer arrives after a failed summer switch to Manchester United. With doubts over current No.1 Yann Sommer, Cristian Chivu’s side are assessing alternatives and see Martinez’s penalty record, big-game pedigree and leadership as attractive qualities for a team targeting both another Serie A title and a deeper Champions League run.

Wes Brown pours cold water on talk of McTominay return to Manchester United

Scott McTominay
November 2025

Scott McTominay’s explosive form for Napoli has sparked talk of a dramatic Old Trafford return, but Wes Brown says a move back to Manchester United is highly unlikely, even as he hails the midfielder’s rise into a goal-scoring leader for club and country. Sold for £26m in 2024, McTominay has thrived in a freer role, hitting 13 goals, winning Serie A MVP and driving Scotland back to the World Cup, with Brown arguing he now plays in his true box-to-box position and would cost United a premium they are unlikely to pay.

Saka close to 2030 mega extension as Arsenal move to lock in talisman

Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
November 2025

Bukayo Saka is reportedly in the final stages of talks over a contract extension that would keep him at Arsenal until 2030, with both club and player confident of an agreement as the Premier League leaders move to lock down their homegrown star. Saka, whose current deal runs to 2027, has made clear he wants to win major trophies in north London, and Arsenal hope to have the paperwork completed before year’s end as they chase Premier League and Champions League glory under Mikel Arteta.

Xhaka emergence at Sunderland puts Juventus on alert for January move

Granit Xhaka (Sunderland)
November 2025

Granit Xhaka has surprisingly been linked with a January move to Juventus only six months after signing a long-term deal at Sunderland, with reports in Italy claiming the experienced midfielder is back in fashion as the Bianconeri search for quick midfield reinforcements. Xhaka has played every minute of Sunderland’s impressive Premier League return, captaining Regis Le Bris’ side into fourth place with one goal and three assists. Tuttosport say his entourage will listen to Champions League offers, although Sunderland insist their on-field leader is not for sale.

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